Q0161 – Chlorpromazine hydrochloride, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen
HCPCS Level II code · Q codes: Temporary Codes
HCPCS codeQ0161
- Long description
- Chlorpromazine hydrochloride, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen
- Short description
- Chlorpromazine hcl 5mg oral
- Pricing indicator
51Drugs- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
O1DChemotherapy- Added
- January 1, 2014
- Last change
- January 1, 2014 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code Q0161?
Q0161 is a HCPCS Level II code for chlorpromazine hydrochloride, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen.
Does Medicare cover Q0161?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.